David A Posted October 31, 2003 Share Posted October 31, 2003 HI , Tuesday 10/28/03 I had a pet scan this was after having a ct in mid sept, and a different kind of ct scan in mid october, My pulmonary doctor called today and said that the pet scan suggested a recurrance in my bronch area as well as an area behind my lung around the surgical site(which may just be scar tissue , but is an area where I have started to have pain lately), this may explain my continuing deteriating(sic) breathing situation, having a bronchcoscopy and biopsy this coming monday to determine more. Could really use some prayers from all my friends here. David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluebayou Posted October 31, 2003 Share Posted October 31, 2003 Dear David... It's that dreaded time again....more tests to determine this or that. God willing, all these tests will come to naught and you will be able to relax once again. Saying tons of prayers for you and your family.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea B. Posted October 31, 2003 Share Posted October 31, 2003 Oh how I hate the dreaded test time! David, you will be in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted October 31, 2003 Share Posted October 31, 2003 Dear David, Of course, I will add extra prayers for you. Ginny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted October 31, 2003 Share Posted October 31, 2003 Prayers coming. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmydog2 Posted October 31, 2003 Share Posted October 31, 2003 I know the feeling of "Scan Time". Will be praying for you. Bruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted November 1, 2003 Share Posted November 1, 2003 Prayers for you, David. This is such an anxious time I know and please feel the strength of our friendship and prayers surround you. Blessings to you, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debi Posted November 1, 2003 Share Posted November 1, 2003 David, I don't know much but have been around this board long enough to know that quite often, additional tests prove there is no cause for alarm. I hope that in your case, this is the outcome. Will be thinking of you Monday... and will be there in spirit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobmc Posted November 1, 2003 Share Posted November 1, 2003 Ohhh Hell David !!! I'll be praying real hard for ya and keeping my fingers crossed. Hang on tight man. lots of people be pullen for ya!! besides, Miracles are a way of life for us!! Talk to on Tues nite. God bless and know you'll be in my thought and prayers Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaret Posted November 1, 2003 Share Posted November 1, 2003 David, My prayers will be with you as your go through more tests and waiting... Blessings, Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norme Posted November 1, 2003 Share Posted November 1, 2003 David, Will be praying real real hard for you. These pet and scans are very frightening and not alway correct so hang in there and get that body ready for another round. YOu can knock this out of the ring too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted November 1, 2003 Share Posted November 1, 2003 DavidA, Prayers coming your way..... Have faith, and be strong. You are not alone. Hugs, MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy RN Posted November 1, 2003 Share Posted November 1, 2003 We al dread those tests results after feeling something may be wrong before they are taken. Hopefully it will show all good stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted November 2, 2003 Share Posted November 2, 2003 DavidA, I too just went through a Bronc., two weeks ago. Pulm doc couldn't find tumor and biopsy came back Negative. Yours will too. God performs miracles, He did for me and now it is your turn. Just believe and keep the faith. Praying for you and clean tests... Blessings Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyS Posted November 2, 2003 Share Posted November 2, 2003 David - I'll be thinking about you Monday, and praying for good results! Hugs, SandyS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David A Posted November 3, 2003 Author Share Posted November 3, 2003 Had a bronch today and my lymph nodes came back positive for cancer, the blockage in my bronchus they aren't sure of sent it off for further biopsy. I'm see my oncologist on Friday oct 7th. Thank you all so much for your prayers aand consideration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bart ziggie ( Greg ) Posted November 3, 2003 Share Posted November 3, 2003 Dang David sorry to hear the bad news ! Man i hate this disease. I too am dealing with a major recurrance. It wont be official until i have a liver biopsy this week. Originally scheduled for nov. 12 but they called today and we are going to get it done wed. My pet lit up on my broch as well as my trachea, shoulder,ribs.lymphs,liver,kidney,and left lung. The ct showed a new tumor in my right lung and 6 lesions on my liver. I really feel with you on this David. Hopefully they will be able to get you some meds to shrink them stupid tumors. I like you just finished my treatments and here we go again.... well hang in there man and keep us posted. My thoughts will be with you and your family. Regards Greg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluebayou Posted November 3, 2003 Share Posted November 3, 2003 David...Greg, My heart breaks for the two of you. I hate this damn disease I will load up on the prayers for you both. May God give you and your families strength to keep fighting on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted November 3, 2003 Share Posted November 3, 2003 DavidA, Sorry to hear the news, prayers for you that the biopsy comes back clean. I didn't know that they check the lympth nodes when they do a bronc and also the bronc tubes. Are the broncs closed? Did you have radiation? I know radiation can decrease the size of the bronc tubes. That is what my Pulmonist and onc told me. They can put a stent in there to open them and strech them so that your breathing is easier. They are considering doing that for me, I am not sure of all the details yet. Please keep us posted on the results of your tests, we truly care... Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David A Posted November 4, 2003 Author Share Posted November 4, 2003 Karen I didn't know that they could check lymph nodes either during a bronch, I'm assuming thats what the doctor meant? who knows I was a little sedated, The stent is something I believe I'm getting put in in the near future as I have had problems breathing since 9/02 and that was after my lobectomy. All this puts a new spin on things for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyS Posted November 4, 2003 Share Posted November 4, 2003 David - Sorry to hear your news, but you kicked butt once - you can do it again! Hugs and prayers, SandyS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted November 4, 2003 Share Posted November 4, 2003 David, Darned sorry to hear that the da^^ disease is still lurking around..... Greg, sorry your scan was so "busy". Truly sorry. Remember, guys, prayer and positive visualization go a long way, as does the absolute refusal to retreat. The Fat Lady hasn't sung yet, nor is she about to! Have faith, and believe.... miracles happen every day. remember that cancer is only a disease.... and remember how far we have come in even the last ten years in fighting this da^^ disease. My heart goes out to you both... and prayers, of course. Stay tough. MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobmc Posted November 4, 2003 Share Posted November 4, 2003 David, Greg, My heart goes out to the both of ya, Lung Cancer just plain SUCKS!! You'll both be in my thoughts and prayers!!! , Just have to put one foot in front of the other and fight the sucke r!, God bless and hang in there!! Bobmc- NSCLC- stageIIB- left pneumonectomy- 5/2/01 " absolutely insist on enjoying life today!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted November 4, 2003 Share Posted November 4, 2003 sad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mittlers Posted November 5, 2003 Share Posted November 5, 2003 David and Greg, I'm so sorry you both have bad news. I will pray that you will soon be posting in the good news section. I also hate cancer. It took my Mom from me and that makes me mad I will pray for both of you. Hugs, Susan M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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